2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 886 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2330 mm |
